Where do I file for divorce if my husband lives in one state and I live in another?
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Where do I file for divorce if my husband lives in one state and I live in another?
I am living in TX and want to file for divorce; he lives in FL. We have 2 children who are over the age of 18.
Asked on April 20, 2017 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
You can file in either the state in which you have legal residencey or in the state in which your husband is a legal resident. If one of you recently moved, you can check on-line for psefici residency requiremnts. Further, you may want to consult directly with a divorce attorney so they can advise as as to which state may be more adventageous for you to file in regarding a property settlement, spousal support and the like.
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